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The Moonstone Legacy #3
The Griffin Moonstone
The Griffin A Penmasters Global Fiction Award Winner
Some days it doesn't pay to be the hero.
Consumed by grief and revenge, Noah can't remember what a shower feels like. When the Estonian Coven plasters his face on wanted posters, Castle Dragon hides him away in the enchanted Cromwell Forest.
Tricked into solving a ghost's murder, Noah finds himself on a quest to unravel the mystery of the Griffin Moonstone. Just another day in the life of a probationary apprentice wizard who can't keep his mouth shut.
Jesse tracks him down—goodbye, secret hideout—with a crazy plan to enter the Winter Games and hide in plain sight. Ranger reluctantly agrees to be their coach, but how do you train for a twisted wizard's reality show in an Ice Castle with its own agenda?
Noah's tendency to act first, think later lands him in hot water. In a Fae court where public opinion matters more than truth, he's on trial for his life.
"A rare fantasy that combines humor, heart, and high-stakes magic with emotional honesty...Timeless and Fresh..."-- PenMasters Global.
Some days it doesn't pay to be the hero.
Consumed by grief and revenge, Noah can't remember what a shower feels like. When the Estonian Coven plasters his face on wanted posters, Castle Dragon hides him away in the enchanted Cromwell Forest.
Tricked into solving a ghost's murder, Noah finds himself on a quest to unravel the mystery of the Griffin Moonstone. Just another day in the life of a probationary apprentice wizard who can't keep his mouth shut.
Jesse tracks him down—goodbye, secret hideout—with a crazy plan to enter the Winter Games and hide in plain sight. Ranger reluctantly agrees to be their coach, but how do you train for a twisted wizard's reality show in an Ice Castle with its own agenda?
Noah's tendency to act first, think later lands him in hot water. In a Fae court where public opinion matters more than truth, he's on trial for his life.
"A rare fantasy that combines humor, heart, and high-stakes magic with emotional honesty...Timeless and Fresh..."-- PenMasters Global.
279 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 26, 2024
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February 11, 2026
The Griffin Moonstone captured my interest right from the start with its blend of humour, adventure, and magic, all sprinkled with a touch of heart. It reminded me of the Harry Potter series, but with a lighter, funnier vibe.
Noah is an entertaining character, and I found myself cheering for him throughout the story. I particularly enjoyed his dry sense of humour. Reading about him as he tackled a ghostly murder mystery and navigated the chaotic Winter Games was a lot of fun. I also loved the magical characters, such as the griffin and the fae, as well as the enchanting Ice Castle setting.
If you enjoy magic, adventure, cool creatures and settings, and underdog stories, this is a fantastic young adult novel to read.
Noah is an entertaining character, and I found myself cheering for him throughout the story. I particularly enjoyed his dry sense of humour. Reading about him as he tackled a ghostly murder mystery and navigated the chaotic Winter Games was a lot of fun. I also loved the magical characters, such as the griffin and the fae, as well as the enchanting Ice Castle setting.
If you enjoy magic, adventure, cool creatures and settings, and underdog stories, this is a fantastic young adult novel to read.
November 29, 2024
A Magical, Hilarious, and Heartfelt Adventure You Can’t Put Down
Review of The Griffin Moonstone: Book Three of The Moonstone Legacy Series
You know those books that pull you in from the first page and don’t let go? The Griffin Moonstone is exactly that kind of book. It’s like stepping into a magical snow globe where everything is chaotic, hilarious, and high-stakes all at once.
Noah is the kind of protagonist you can’t help but root for, even when he’s a total disaster. He’s grieving, hasn’t seen a shower in who-knows-how-long, and can’t seem to stay out of trouble (seriously, Noah, think before you act just once!). But that’s what makes him so relatable—he’s messy, impulsive, and so human. When the story throws him into a ghost’s murder mystery and then onto a team of magical underdogs at the Winter Games, it’s like watching your favorite anti-hero try to navigate a magical reality show with a touch of chaos and a lot of heart.
Speaking of the Winter Games, I have to say, the Ice Castle is one of the coolest settings I’ve read in a long time. It’s not just a backdrop—it’s practically a character, with its own eerie agenda that keeps everyone on their toes. Add in Jesse’s wild plan to “hide in plain sight” and Ranger’s reluctant attempts at coaching, and you’ve got this perfect blend of action, humor, and those “aww” moments that sneak up on you.
What I loved most, though, is how the book doesn’t rely on over-the-top drama or mature content to keep you hooked. It’s just good storytelling—clever, funny, and packed with twists. If you’re into fantasy that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still delivers all the feels, this is your jam.
By the end, I was cheering for Noah (and maybe shouting at him a little). If you’re a fan of magic, mischief, and underdogs who somehow manage to save the day, The Griffin Moonstone is going to be your next favorite read. Trust me, you’re in for a wild ride.
Review of The Griffin Moonstone: Book Three of The Moonstone Legacy Series
You know those books that pull you in from the first page and don’t let go? The Griffin Moonstone is exactly that kind of book. It’s like stepping into a magical snow globe where everything is chaotic, hilarious, and high-stakes all at once.
Noah is the kind of protagonist you can’t help but root for, even when he’s a total disaster. He’s grieving, hasn’t seen a shower in who-knows-how-long, and can’t seem to stay out of trouble (seriously, Noah, think before you act just once!). But that’s what makes him so relatable—he’s messy, impulsive, and so human. When the story throws him into a ghost’s murder mystery and then onto a team of magical underdogs at the Winter Games, it’s like watching your favorite anti-hero try to navigate a magical reality show with a touch of chaos and a lot of heart.
Speaking of the Winter Games, I have to say, the Ice Castle is one of the coolest settings I’ve read in a long time. It’s not just a backdrop—it’s practically a character, with its own eerie agenda that keeps everyone on their toes. Add in Jesse’s wild plan to “hide in plain sight” and Ranger’s reluctant attempts at coaching, and you’ve got this perfect blend of action, humor, and those “aww” moments that sneak up on you.
What I loved most, though, is how the book doesn’t rely on over-the-top drama or mature content to keep you hooked. It’s just good storytelling—clever, funny, and packed with twists. If you’re into fantasy that doesn’t take itself too seriously but still delivers all the feels, this is your jam.
By the end, I was cheering for Noah (and maybe shouting at him a little). If you’re a fan of magic, mischief, and underdogs who somehow manage to save the day, The Griffin Moonstone is going to be your next favorite read. Trust me, you’re in for a wild ride.
February 3, 2025
I finished The Griffin Moonstone.
(4 and a half stars is my rating)
{Spoiler alert}
A nice intro for poor Bandit. I couldn’t find any errors in Chapter 1, it was meaningful and well written. Her writing has improved since the first two books: showing great character, and stronger verbs and details.
Nice scenery changes from a train in the second novel to a boat in the third. This adds variety to the book.
I liked the way Ranger deals with danger from Rusty Newton in Chapter 2, knowing he wouldn’t be hurt, not needing to dodge the fireballs. I liked the descriptions in the book, some relatable, and some unique such as in Chapter 6, it describes a knife that shimmered like fish scales, it was well done.
It’s nice that Ezra is still alive.
In Chapter 10 introducing Bonesy the Kindly Ghost, she did a marvelous job showing character for the ghost and Jesse.
This story was written well. She's also a good poet. The descriptions are short but make up for that with figures of speech and meaningful details.
She has a very good sense of humor which most writers don’t. She did a great job showing the action of tug-of-war.
I liked the trial at the end, very well done. I stayed up all night reading and enjoyed the characters returning from the first book, like the goats. When The elf appeared at the very end it felt magical like a movie. I also liked her play on words.
(4 and a half stars is my rating)
{Spoiler alert}
A nice intro for poor Bandit. I couldn’t find any errors in Chapter 1, it was meaningful and well written. Her writing has improved since the first two books: showing great character, and stronger verbs and details.
Nice scenery changes from a train in the second novel to a boat in the third. This adds variety to the book.
I liked the way Ranger deals with danger from Rusty Newton in Chapter 2, knowing he wouldn’t be hurt, not needing to dodge the fireballs. I liked the descriptions in the book, some relatable, and some unique such as in Chapter 6, it describes a knife that shimmered like fish scales, it was well done.
It’s nice that Ezra is still alive.
In Chapter 10 introducing Bonesy the Kindly Ghost, she did a marvelous job showing character for the ghost and Jesse.
This story was written well. She's also a good poet. The descriptions are short but make up for that with figures of speech and meaningful details.
She has a very good sense of humor which most writers don’t. She did a great job showing the action of tug-of-war.
I liked the trial at the end, very well done. I stayed up all night reading and enjoyed the characters returning from the first book, like the goats. When The elf appeared at the very end it felt magical like a movie. I also liked her play on words.
January 21, 2026
To get my fantasy kick -The Griffin Moonstone was exactly what I needed. From the very first page, I was completely pulled into Noah’s world. He’s such a refreshing protagonist—a probationary apprentice wizard who is clearly in over his head and can’t seem to keep his mouth shut, even when his face is plastered on wanted posters by the Estonian Coven.
What I loved most was how the story balanced the darker, more emotional elements of Noah’s grief with the pure, imaginative fun of the setting. The idea of being tucked away in the Cromwell Forest only to end up entering a twisted wizard’s reality show in an Ice Castle is just brilliant. It felt like every time I thought I knew where the plot was going, a new mystery—like the ghost’s murder or the secret of the moonstone—would pull me in a different direction.
Jesse and Ranger were such great additions to the journey, and their "hide in plain sight" plan kept the tension high right until the end. It’s an exhilarating mix of magic and adventure that kept me on the edge of my seat, and I honestly found it nearly impossible to put down. If you’re looking for a vividly imagined world that feels both epic and deeply personal, you really can’t miss this one.
What I loved most was how the story balanced the darker, more emotional elements of Noah’s grief with the pure, imaginative fun of the setting. The idea of being tucked away in the Cromwell Forest only to end up entering a twisted wizard’s reality show in an Ice Castle is just brilliant. It felt like every time I thought I knew where the plot was going, a new mystery—like the ghost’s murder or the secret of the moonstone—would pull me in a different direction.
Jesse and Ranger were such great additions to the journey, and their "hide in plain sight" plan kept the tension high right until the end. It’s an exhilarating mix of magic and adventure that kept me on the edge of my seat, and I honestly found it nearly impossible to put down. If you’re looking for a vividly imagined world that feels both epic and deeply personal, you really can’t miss this one.
April 4, 2025
I read this series backwards, starting with three, but loved it so much I went looking for the first book.
The snark and banter between characters is on point. Noah and Jesse are forever engraved in my heart. Trying to stop the baddie from wrecking everything you know and love, but doing it with all the sass and doing things because they are the right things to do, not because they are easy, makes this a thrilling adventure from cover to cover.
And then there is Ranger, the ever exasperated but secretly proud dad-mood of this found family trope that will steal your heart in his own right.
Cute, heartwarming, and suspenseful.
Highest of fives to The Moonstone Legacy Series.
Will read again and again.
The snark and banter between characters is on point. Noah and Jesse are forever engraved in my heart. Trying to stop the baddie from wrecking everything you know and love, but doing it with all the sass and doing things because they are the right things to do, not because they are easy, makes this a thrilling adventure from cover to cover.
And then there is Ranger, the ever exasperated but secretly proud dad-mood of this found family trope that will steal your heart in his own right.
Cute, heartwarming, and suspenseful.
Highest of fives to The Moonstone Legacy Series.
Will read again and again.
September 15, 2025
Laughed out loud through the whole thing
This book was fun and clever. The analogies, the wordplay, the jokes, even the action verbs were side splitting. So many times in literature a clever word is used too much. That didn’t happen here. It was so powerful. Usually fantasy isn’t my genre, but this book was a risk and might have changed my perception.
Some of my favorites: Magic sizzled,
Flags snapped, Half bounced and half flew,
Footing stolen by the slick surface.
And Ari was so adorable. I wanted to hold the little Griffen. Kudos to this amazing author!
This book was fun and clever. The analogies, the wordplay, the jokes, even the action verbs were side splitting. So many times in literature a clever word is used too much. That didn’t happen here. It was so powerful. Usually fantasy isn’t my genre, but this book was a risk and might have changed my perception.
Some of my favorites: Magic sizzled,
Flags snapped, Half bounced and half flew,
Footing stolen by the slick surface.
And Ari was so adorable. I wanted to hold the little Griffen. Kudos to this amazing author!
January 13, 2026
Well-written
Such creativity! The Moonstone Legacy returns with a pulse-pounding third book that weaves magic, adventure, and jaw-dropping twists. Vivid world-building and unforgettable characters draw me into a realm where courage meets destiny.
With that in mind, I have one minor suggestion. Dialogue tags (“said” and “asked”) create a repetitive rhythm. Consider removing them.
It’s well-written and an awesome read.
Such creativity! The Moonstone Legacy returns with a pulse-pounding third book that weaves magic, adventure, and jaw-dropping twists. Vivid world-building and unforgettable characters draw me into a realm where courage meets destiny.
With that in mind, I have one minor suggestion. Dialogue tags (“said” and “asked”) create a repetitive rhythm. Consider removing them.
It’s well-written and an awesome read.
December 12, 2024
A creative fantasy adventure
This book is fun and adventurous, full of action. Noah’s journey full of magic, from mystery to solving ghost’s murder and to competitive winter game. Definitely keeps it entertaining. I love that this is completely free of adult content which makes it is a must read for teens and young adults . Highly recommended!
This book is fun and adventurous, full of action. Noah’s journey full of magic, from mystery to solving ghost’s murder and to competitive winter game. Definitely keeps it entertaining. I love that this is completely free of adult content which makes it is a must read for teens and young adults . Highly recommended!
April 10, 2025
Wizards, Wanted Posters, and Winter Games
This third installment of The Moonstone Legacy brilliantly blends humor, magic, and high-stakes adventure. Noah is as loveable as ever awkward, brave, and wildly unpredictable.
The enchanted Ice Castle and twisted Winter Games add an exciting new layer, making this a must-read for fantasy fans of all ages.
This third installment of The Moonstone Legacy brilliantly blends humor, magic, and high-stakes adventure. Noah is as loveable as ever awkward, brave, and wildly unpredictable.
The enchanted Ice Castle and twisted Winter Games add an exciting new layer, making this a must-read for fantasy fans of all ages.
April 25, 2025
An Unforgettable Journey Through Magic and Adventure!
The Griffin Moonstone is an exceptional continuation of the series! The world-building is rich, and the characters are compelling and relatable. The plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat, making it hard to put down. A must-read for any fantasy lover! I highly recommend it!
The Griffin Moonstone is an exceptional continuation of the series! The world-building is rich, and the characters are compelling and relatable. The plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat, making it hard to put down. A must-read for any fantasy lover! I highly recommend it!
February 22, 2026
The Griffin Moonstone is fast, funny chaos wrapped in grief, ghosts, and magical mayhem. With a scrappy apprentice wizard, a murderous mystery, and a reality-show-style Winter Games in an Ice Castle, it delivers sharp banter, underdog energy, and nonstop twists. No spice—just clever worldbuilding and heroes who win by refusing to quit. Jump in; it absolutely stands alone.
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